Matrix HR is hiring Apprentice and Journeyperson / Red Seal Welders for a long-term, high-profile shipbuilding project in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

What We Offer

- Journeyperson / Red Seal Welders: $47.00/hour
- Apprentice Welders: $40.00/hour
- Shift Premium: Additional $3.00/hour for night and backshift
- LOA and one-time travel payment
- Health, vision, and dental benefits
- RRSP matching
- Monday–Friday schedule
- Weekends off
- Additional overtime opportunities

Referral Bonus

Matrix HR offers a $200 referral bonus for each referred individual who is successfully hired for this project.

To qualify for the referral payment, the referred employee must complete a minimum of one week of work on Matrix HR payroll.

Job Details

- Location: Halifax, NS
- Schedule: Monday–Friday
- Hours: 8 hours/day
- Night/Backshift Premium: $3.00/hour
- Additional overtime may be available based on project requirements
- Long-term shipbuilding project

Key Responsibilities

- Perform SMAW and FCAW welding in all positions
- Operate welding, flame-cutting, and air arc cutting equipment
- Read and interpret blueprints, welding specifications, and technical drawings
- Perform welding and fabrication work within a shipbuilding and steel repair environment
- Follow all site safety procedures and project requirements

Qualifications





- Red Seal / Journeyperson Welder certification OR active membership in an apprenticeship program
- Valid Confined Space and Fall Protection certifications
- WHMIS certification
- Eligible to work in Canada
- Able to successfully complete required Government Security Clearance and background checks
- Full PPE
- Fit-tested respirator mask
- Previous shipbuilding, industrial, or heavy fabrication experience is an asset

Physical & Working Conditions

Candidates must be able to:

- Work at heights using ladders, scaffolding, and platforms
- Work in confined spaces
- Stand, stoop, bend, kneel, and climb throughout the shift
- Work indoors and outdoors, including in varying weather conditions
- Regularly handle, lift, carry, and set up equipment weighing up to 50 lbs
- Occasionally lift or carry items exceeding 50 lbs
- Work extended hours and overtime when project requirements dictate

If you are an experienced welder or active apprentice interested in long-term shipbuilding work in Halifax, we encourage you to apply.

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Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship

Pay: From $47.00 per hour

Perks:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Halifax, NS: reliably commute or be willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (required)

Experience:

- Welding: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person

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